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CMS Announces Key 2026 MIPS and QPP Deadlines for Physicians | MSMS
2+ hour, 45+ min ago (195+ words) The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has opened several important Quality Payment Program (QPP) deadlines and exception application opportunities that physicians and group practices should review closely this year. Physicians and practices are encouraged to review their MIPS data…...
MSMS PIA: Individual and Medicare Coverage | MSMS
1+ week, 5+ min ago (182+ words) It can be a challenge to understand individual health or Medicare plan options." MSMS Physician Insurance Agency (PIA) is ready to assist with individual proposals for BCBSM, BCN, HAP and Priority Health." These include coverage for preventative services, prescription drugs,…...
BCBSM New Modifier 25 Policy: What Physicians Need to Know | MSMS
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (184+ words) This change affects procedural and surgical specialties, as well as medical specialties that routinely perform office-based minor procedures (see policy for BCBSM's definition) on the same day as a separately identifiable evaluation. If this policy will adversely impact your practice,…...
Update: BCBSM Clarifies Modifier 25 Policy But Reduction Remains | MSMS
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (176+ words) The recently released BCBSM'Clarification to policy update on E/M codes appended with modifier 25 and FAQ document will be published in the April 2026 issue of'The Record and is currently available via the Availity portal. Clarifications to the Policy Effective for…...